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Cowboys Dez Bryant: ‘I would love to start, but I don’t care about it’

A couple of hours before heading to San Antonio, Dez Bryant said he doesn’t know why people are surprised he’s going to be at training camp for the first practice.

Bryant has agreed to terms on a five-year deal worth about $11 million, including more than $8 million in guaranteed money. He said he’ll sign the deal this afternoon, when he arrives in San Antonio.

“This was my call,” he said. “I told Eugene that I wanted to be in camp on time. I just want to play football. I told him to make it happen. I wasn’t even all caught up with the money because this is just my first contract.

“I’m so happy to be here. Dallas is the team I wanted to play and having the chance to play for the Cowboys makes me want to work even harder.”

Bryant said isn’t worried about starting. All he wants is a chance to contribute whether it’s as a receiver or as a kick or punt returner.

“Don’t get me wrong, I would love to start, but I don’t care about it,” he said. “I just want to earn my playing time and do whatever it takes to help this team.”